Coach Application

Instructions: Complete all sections. Incomplete applications may delay approval. GRIT may request additional documentation (certifications, training, background screening, or references) before final approval.

First name

Last name

Email

Address

City

State

Phone

Shirt Size (adult)

Which division(s) are you interested in coaching?

*Select all that apply

Willing to coach outside preferred division?

Yes

No

What role are you interested in?

Head

Assistant

Do you have any children playing?

Yes

No

List the player(s) below:

Coaching & Player Development Background

List relevant coaching, playing, or training experience (youth, high school, college, adult, or other sports). Summarize experience, if any (it's okay if you have none):

Prior Teams/Organizations (name, role, years):

Coaching philosophy (1–3 sentences):

How you will develop athletes (skills, confidence, sportsmanship):

Prior Discipline / Eligibility Questions

Answer honestly. A “Yes” does not automatically disqualify you, but may require review.

*All information is confidential and will not be shared outside of GRIT organization.

Removed/suspended/banned from coaching or officiating by any organization?

Yes

No

If yes, please explain:

Convicted/pled/deferred for any offense involving a minor, violence, or sexual misconduct?

Yes

No

If yes, please explain:

Any pending investigations/charges that could impact youth safety?

Yes

No

If yes, please explain:

References (non-family)

Provide at least two references who can speak to your character and suitability for coaching youth.

Reference 1

Name

Relationship

Email

Phone

Organization/Context

Reference 2

Name

Relationship

Email

Phone

Organization/Context

Reference 3 (optional)

Name

Relationship

Email

Phone

Organization/Context

Emergency Contact (Coach)

In the event of an emergency while volunteering/coaching, GRIT will attempt to contact your emergency contact.

Emergency Contact Name

Relationship

Emergency Contact Phone

Allergies/Medical conditions we should know in an emergency (optional):

Required Consents and Agreements

Please review the statements below carefully. By checking each box, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to these coaching requirements.

I agree to follow the GRIT 5v5 Rule Book and GRIT league policies and adoptions.

I understand that GRIT is a non-contact game, and I will coach within that format (no tackling, no blocking) while teaching safe play.

I agree to uphold sportsmanship and understand that unsportsmanlike conduct may result in discipline or removal.

I understand that GRIT may require a background screening through a third-party provider, and I consent to verification for youth-safety purposes.

I agree to complete any required safety training, including concussion awareness, before coaching if not already completed.

I understand that I may be removed from coaching for violations of rules or policies, unsafe behavior, or conduct detrimental to the league.

By signing below, I confirm that the information I have provided is true and that I agree to the coaching expectations listed above.

Signature

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